Aims and Fit of Module

This module is composed of a series of lectures and seminars discussing both well-established and emerging issues and key priorities in the field global public health. The lectures aim to develop student awareness and deepen their knowledge about the principles of global public health. These include but may not be limited to the following topics: health determinants; disease burden; disease prevention; the effect of environmental, socioeconomic and socio-behavioral factors; women’s health; youth and elderly health; communicable and non-communicable diseases; ethical considerations; and intervention methods to improve outcomes on key global public health issues. The seminars series will discuss real-world scenarios, providing students an opportunity to be actively engaged in discussing, critical thinking and problem-solving current global public health concerns.

Learning outcomes

A	Understand and apply the key principles of global public health
B	Discuss, analyze and apply the determinants of health and disease prevention in a global context
C	Appraise and determine the importance of the ethical considerations in global public health
D	Compare and contrast the health burdens and viable solutions in different parts of the world
E	Synthesise and apply mitigation strategies of key issues in global public health

Method of teaching and learning

The lectures will be delivered primarily via lecture-based instruction supported by technology and accompanied by appropriate handouts. Students will be guided by specific sections of the textbooks, peer-reviewed articles and/or other relevant resource materials. Seminars will provide students an opportunity to develop their presentation/communication skills and analytical/synthesis competencies, whereby students will be present case studies related to global public health topics. Students will also engage in pedagogical activities that will help promote individual learning, group learning, and inquiry-based learning.